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For Many, the Annual Freight Bid Season is Not “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”

Logistics Viewpoints

The original intent may have been for shippers to secure capacity at agreed-upon rates and for carriers to ensure they have enough volumes to keep their trucks loaded and moving. The frequency of RFP events is only one area that can be improved as shippers look for a better way to manage freight procurement processes.

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What to Do in an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Once the police arrive on the scene, they will quickly set up a secure parameter around the site to divert traffic away from the accident scene. You may want to contact your Jacksonville criminal lawyer , so they can reach the scene and advise you on the legal ramifications of the crash. Assist the Police When They Arrive.

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Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech- October 10 2023

Supply Chain Matters

The technology start-up secured $30 million in Series A funding in 2022. Each relationship adds risks like data security, privacy, and fraud. is being established cooperatively by OCEMA , Georgia Ports Authority, Jacksonville Port Authority, North Carolina State Ports Authority, SACP, and CCM.

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Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech November 6 2023

Supply Chain Matters

Featured names in this latest edition include Jabil and ProcureAbility , JAGGAER and Trustpair, Coupa and project44 executive hires and a newly issued Biden Administration Executive Order addressing Generative AI technology development and threats. has announced completion of the acquisition of procurement services provider ProcureAbility.

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Equipping Your Supply Chain Risk Management Kit

Enterra Insights

This may include: Supplier/Production Disruptions; Warehouse Shortages; Transit Delays; Theft; Consumer Demand Changes; Cyber Security; [and] Software Risk.” ” I think they are mistaken when they assert you can’t plan for unpredictable risks.